Assistant Attorney General (Marijuana, Liquor, and Bankruptcy)
About The Position
The Revenue & Regulatory Law (R&R) section of the Colorado Department of Law is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to join the Marijuana, Liquor and Bankruptcy (“MLB”) Unit. This role will address a wide variety of legal issues of significant importance to the State of Colorado. The MLB Unit represents the Colorado Department of Revenue’s Marijuana Enforcement Division, Natural Medicine Division, Liquor & Tobacco Enforcement Division and Firearms Dealer Division in licensing and disciplinary litigation. The R&R section represents state regulatory agencies, including the Department of Revenue, the Department of Regulatory Agencies, the Department of Agriculture, and the Department of Local Affairs. R&R is the largest section in the Department of Law, comprised of approximately 125 team members who tackle a diverse array of legal challenges for nearly 100 state agencies, boards, commissions, and divisions.
Requirements
- Must be admitted to the Colorado Bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application.
- Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment.
- A litigation background.
- A demonstrated ability to handle negotiations, litigation, and trials independently and effectively.
- Proficient client communication skills.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Ability to manage a significant caseload, including working closely with Unit paralegals.
- Comfort with and enjoyment in litigating cases and advising clients in a general counsel role.
- Excellent research, writing, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to provide advice on complex matters.
- Committed and eager to serve the public.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Enthusiasm about working with a smart, collaborative, and fun team.
- At least one writing sample is required.
Responsibilities
- Handle administrative licensing actions from inception through administrative hearing, exceptions (administrative appeal) and judicial review, for the Marijuana, Liquor & Tobacco Enforcement, Natural Medicine and Firearm Dealer Divisions.
- Represent the divisions in state and federal courts as needed.
- Take primary responsibility for assigned cases, with increasing responsibilities over time.
- Independently handle litigation, negotiation, hearings, and exceptions (administrative appeal) of cases on behalf of clients represented by the Unit.
- Litigate matters that require immediate action including license suspensions.
- Seek injunction relief in Colorado District Courts to enforce the licensure requirements against unlicensed persons engaged in licensed activities.
- Provide training to DOL attorneys and/or client representatives and staff.
- Advise clients in all aspects of their regulatory functions and responsibilities, including assisting with the promulgation of rules.
Benefits
- Competitive medical and dental health plans
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Retirement plans with Colorado PERA
- Vacation and sick leave earned each month
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Free access to a recently renovated on-site fitness center
- Flexible work schedules
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Employer-paid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
- Employer-paid annual attorney registration dues
- Employer-provided access to professional development training and CLE through PLI, Department of Law University and other entities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
